For event organisers, conference producers and speaker bureaus
Keynotes and energisers that change the room
Shareen Richter delivers Human Reset as an interactive keynote or conference energiser: the whole room laughs, breathes and moves together from their seats, resets its energy and refocuses for the rest of your programme. She speaks on-site across South Africa and online.
Works in theatre and banquet seating. Nobody is pulled on stage or put on the spot.
What does Shareen bring to a conference?
An interactive, professional session that lifts a flat room without forcing anyone. Delegates take part from their seats, so there's no stage-pulling and no awkwardness, and they leave with a reset they can use the next morning.
Where does it fit in your programme?
- Opening: set the tone and get people present
- The post-lunch slot: reset energy when attention drops
- Day two: refresh a tired room
- Closing or year-end: a memorable, feel-good finish that lands
- Leadership and wellness tracks: a practical keynote on resetting under pressure
Which conference formats are available?
| Format | Length | Best for |
|---|---|---|
| Conference Energiser | 30 min | Openers, post-lunch, between sessions |
| Interactive Keynote (Human Reset) | 60 min | Main stage, wellness or leadership tracks |
| Team Reset breakout | 90 min | Conferences wanting depth after the main stage |
| Custom | – | Gala dinners, year-end functions, multi-day events |
Why event organisers book Shareen
- 17+ years holding rooms of every size, since 2009
- 50,000+ people trained across 500+ organisations
- TEDxJohannesburgWomen speaker (2013)
- Personally named "Laughter Professor" by Dr Madan Kataria
- Amazon bestselling author of Expert Mavericks
- Honours degree in Industrial Psychology, so the work is grounded in how people actually behave at work
- Easy to work with: speaker materials available on request
What have conference audiences experienced?
- Nando's International Conference, Sun City (June 2026): 4 sessions for 900+ guests, including Nando's International guests flown in from the UK. Nando's SA has booked Shareen many times.
- PwC Virtual Reality Reset (October 2026): hundreds took part. 82% of those surveyed felt calmer, and 91% wanted more resets like it at work.
- Eskom: 500 people in one room.
- Momentum Consult Conference (2025).
"Her talk was powerful, fun and engaging. The staff left with so much to take away and they laughed their heads off."
What does Shareen need on the day?
A handheld or lapel mic, a small clear space at the front, and space for the audience to stand if they choose (seated works too). She'll confirm AV, timing and run-of-show with your team in advance.
Speaking FAQ
What is a conference energiser?
A conference energiser is a short, interactive session, typically 30 minutes, that resets a room's energy. Shareen's energisers use guided laughter, breath and movement that delegates do from their seats.
Can it work in a large ballroom?
Yes. It's designed for theatre and banquet seating, from small rooms to full halls; Shareen has run 4 sessions for 900+ guests at the Nando's International Conference in Sun City.
Do delegates have to stand or come on stage?
No. Everything works seated, and nobody is pulled on stage or put on the spot.
Can Shareen speak online or at hybrid events?
Yes. Live online delivery is available for virtual and hybrid events.
Can the session match our theme?
Yes. Shareen tailors the framing to your theme and audience.
How do we check availability?
Send your date, venue city and audience size, and you'll get a reply with availability and a tailored proposal.
Re-light the room. Then let the rest of your programme land.
Looking for Shareen's laughter work and media archive? Visit Laughter Coaching → laughtercoaching.com/media.html